research Optical properties of hair: effect of treatments on luster as quantified by image analysis.
Treatments with certain oils and resins make hair shinier, while zinc oxide and synthetic sebum make it duller.
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research Secondary ion mass spectrometric investigation of penetration of coconut and mineral oils into human hair fibers: relevance to hair damage.
Coconut oil can penetrate hair better than mineral oil, potentially protecting against damage.
research Electro-optical imaging of F-actin and endoplasmic reticulum in living and fixed plant cells.
Imaging living plant cells shows dynamic changes in actin and endoplasmic reticulum linked to root hair growth.
research Alopecia: diagnosis and management.
Hair loss is common and requires proper diagnosis and treatment to address its causes and effects.
research Phenotypic modulation of human hair matrix cells (trichocytes) by environmental influence in vitro and in vivo.
Human hair cells can change based on their environment, especially interactions with certain skin cells.
research Expression of transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-beta 1) and insulin-like growth factor II (IGF-II) messenger RNA in the developing subcutaneous tissue (SQ) of the fetal pig.
TGF-beta 1 and IGF-II mRNA have specific patterns in pig subcutaneous tissue, affecting fat and muscle development.
research [Hyperprolactinemia and hypophyseal hypothyroidism as cofactors in hirsutism and androgen-induced alopecia in women].
Hormonal imbalances, including high prolactin and thyroid issues, contribute to hair growth problems in women.
research [Selective changes in lymphocytic differentiation antigens in the peripheral blood of patients with alopecia areata treated with oral zinc].
Zinc may help treat alopecia areata by boosting certain immune cells.
research Clinical study on the effect of biotin on skin conditions in dogs
Biotin improved fur and skin conditions in most dogs.
research Treatment of chronic type B hepatitis in Southeast Asia.
Interferon therapy is a promising and safe treatment for hepatitis B in Southeast Asia.
research Influence of an epidermal cell extract on skin healing and scar formation.
Epidermal cell extracts improve skin healing and reduce scarring.
research Side-effects and possible complications of oral contraceptive drugs.
Oral contraceptives can cause nausea, headaches, mood changes, and other side effects, especially early on.
research Distinct use of super-enhancer elements controls cell type–specific CD25 transcription and function
Super-enhancers control CD25 expression in specific cell types, affecting immune function.
research Comparing the burden of illness in patients with alopecia areata vs atopic dermatitis in the US population from a payer perspective
Alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis have similar healthcare costs, but alopecia areata leads to more outpatient and long-term disability expenses.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of the Genetic Variants and Immunodeficiency Disorders Associated with Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition linked to genetic factors.
research Efficacy of serum anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels for prediction of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and its association with clinical, biochemical and hormonal parameters
research Rosemary oil vs minoxidil 2% for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a randomized comparative trial.
Rosemary oil and minoxidil 2% both effectively increase hair count in people with androgenetic alopecia, but rosemary oil causes less scalp itching.
research Scalp micropigmentation: a concealer for hair and scalp deformities.
Scalp micropigmentation, a cosmetic tattoo technique, is a promising non-surgical treatment for hair and scalp deformities, despite potential complications.
research Persistent sexual dysfunction and depression in finasteride users for male pattern hair loss: a serious concern or red herring?
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause sexual dysfunction and depression, but these effects are usually temporary and the drug is generally safe. More research is needed.
research [Methotrexate to treat SAPHO syndrome with keloidal scars].
Methotrexate effectively managed SAPHO syndrome symptoms when other treatments failed.
research Safety of skin care products during pregnancy.
Most skin care products are safe during pregnancy, but avoid hydroquinone and tretinoin.
research Controversy: is there a role for adjuvants in the management of male pattern hair loss?
Adjuvants, diet changes, and laser therapy may improve male pattern hair loss.
research Hair loss in cancer chemotherapeutic patients.
Chemotherapy causes hair loss in cancer patients by affecting both growing and resting hair.
research A randomized, placebo-controlled trial of 1% topical minoxidil solution in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in Japanese women.
1% topical minoxidil solution significantly improved hair growth in Japanese women with androgenetic alopecia, with no major side effects.
research [Genetic and biochemical aspects of keratin synthesis by hair follicles].
Coordinated gene activities are crucial for normal hair growth.
research Lack of association between Vitamin D receptor FokI polymorphism and alopecia areata.
Vitamin D receptor FokI gene variation is not linked to alopecia areata.
research Apoptosis in growing hair follicles following gamma-irradiation and application for the evaluation of radioprotective agents.
Radiation increases cell death in hair follicles, but certain treatments can protect against this effect.
research Elucidating penetration pathways into the hair fiber using novel microscopic techniques.
The conclusion is that substances can penetrate hair fibers through multiple pathways, including both the cell membrane complex and the non-keratinous parts.
research A new type of pachyonychia congenita.
A new type of pachyonychia congenita may exist, caused by a different keratin mutation.
research Advances in the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia: a brief review of finasteride studies.
Finasteride is effective in growing hair and stopping hair loss in men with mild to moderate alopecia.